Director - Global Total Rewards

What are we building?

Hard Rock Digital is a team focused on becoming the best online sportsbook, casino, and social gaming company in the world. We’re building a team that resonates passion for learning, operating and building new products and technologies for millions of consumers. We care about each customer's interaction, experience, behavior, and insight and strive to ensure we’re always acting authentically.

Rooted in the kindred spirits of Hard Rock and the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the new Hard Rock Digital taps a brand known the world over as the leader in gaming, entertainment, and hospitality. We’re taking that foundation of success and bringing it to the digital space — ready to join us?

What's the position?

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director – Global Total Rewards to to shape and lead our global reward strategy across compensation, benefits and recognition.

This role will be pivotal in designing and leading a progressive, data-driven reward strategy that attracts, motivates, and retains top talent in a highly competitive and creative global gaming market.

The Director will ensure compensation, benefits, and reward structures are aligned with business priorities, industry benchmarks, and the expectations of a dynamic and diverse workforce.

What will you do?

Global Reward Strategy:

• Design and deliver a modern, flexible, and competitive global total rewards strategy.

• Align compensation and benefits with our growth plans, culture, and talent retention priorities.

• Build scalable reward frameworks that support a high-growth, tech-driven organization.

Compensation

• Lead the design and evolution of global compensation structures across multiple regions.

• Partner with Finance and senior leadership to develop reward models that support key development cycles and commercial milestones.

• Oversee executive compensation frameworks and governance.

Benefits & Wellbeing

• Shape innovative and meaningful benefits that resonate with diverse, creative, and remote teams — from mental wellbeing to lifestyle and gamified wellness initiatives.

• Ensure regional competitiveness while maintaining global consistency and fairness.

• Continuously evolve offerings based on workforce insights and market trends.

Performance, Recognition & Culture Fit

• Integrate total rewards with performance frameworks that celebrate collaboration, creativity, and individual excellence.

• Develop recognition programmes that truly reflect and reinforce our culture.

• Champion equitable and transparent reward practices.

Analytics & Market Intelligence

• Lead a data-driven approach to reward decision-making, leveraging benchmarking tools and internal analytics.

• Monitor global market trends and competitor practices within gaming, tech, and entertainment.

• Provide insights that directly influence talent strategy and business decisions.

Team Development & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor the global team; promote agile, scalable processes across regions.

• Partner with the wider People team to ensure reward supports inclusive and equitable hiring and retention.

What are we looking for?

• Deep knowledge of compensation and benefits

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data tools (e.g. Excel, HiBob)

• Cultural fluency and sensitivity in working with international teams

• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills

• Creative mindset - able to design reward solutions that engage our business

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in HR, Business, Economics, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, CIPD) preferred

• 5+ years in compensation & benefits, ideally within gaming, tech, or entertainment sectors

• Experience with global reward frameworks and managing executive compensation

What’s in it for you?

We offer our employees more than just competitive compensation. Our team benefits include:

• Competitive pay and benefits

• Startup culture backed by a secure, global brand

Roster of Uniques

We care deeply about every interaction our customers have with us, and trust and empower our staff to own and drive their experience. Our vision for our business and customers is built on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where regardless of background or beliefs you feel able to be authentic and bring all your talent into play. We want to celebrate you being you (we are an equal opportunity employer)